In a groundbreaking move to enhance the quality of educational materials available in Nigeria, the School and Office Expo (SCOFEX) has made its debut in the country, attracting global stationery brands and industry leaders. The event, organized by Tecburg Private Limited, has been successfully held in several African nations and now sets its sights on Nigeria due to its vast population and increasing demand for high-quality yet affordable school and office supplies.
Ashish Jain, marketing director of the organizing company, emphasized the importance of Nigeria as a key market for such initiatives. He highlighted the significant demand for quality stationery products across Africa, especially in emerging markets like Nigeria. During a press briefing in Lagos, Jain stated,
“There is a huge demand for quality stationery products…where there’s still room for better structure in importation and distribution.”
The expo aims at bridging gaps in educational infrastructure by providing access to essential tools like pencils, notebooks, erasers, and art supplies. Jain underlined the impact of these basic materials on learning outcomes by stating that
“even simple materials like well-made pencils significantly affect learning outcomes.”
SCOFEX attracted exhibitors from 16 countries exhibiting brands from over 25 nations during its Lagos event. Major global companies such as Nataraj, Beifa, Vista, Flexoffice, MainPaper (MP), and Doms showcased their products. The expo not only focuses on education but also brings forth significant business opportunities by connecting local traders directly with international manufacturers.
Ngozi Adindu, the event’s project coordinator pointed out how SCOFEX eliminates the need for Nigerian traders to travel overseas to source school supplies. This direct connection with producers can potentially enhance trade opportunities locally and even boost domestic manufacturing in the long run.
Looking ahead to future editions in Nigeria following successful events elsewhere like Kenya where it was held three times before; organizers aim at ensuring Nigerian children have access to high-quality educational tools enjoyed by students globally.
Dinesh Chawla from Nataraj expressed optimism about entering the Nigerian market through SCOFEX. He mentioned their vast experience in manufacturing writing instruments since 1958 globally. Chawla hoped that visitors would try out their products during the exhibition leading to acceptance within the Nigerian market.
Anil Singh representing Doms Industries Limited shared similar sentiments about exploring cooperation possibilities not only in Nigeria but also neighboring countries. Singh expressed excitement about introducing their products into this region’s market while aiming to establish robust business relationships.
With events like SCOFEX gaining prominence amidst Nigeria’s focus on improving education standards; students and educators are likely to benefit from increased access to durable learning tools at affordable prices – marking a positive step towards enhancing educational outcomes nationwide.
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